Bonham Farmers Market is back at Creative Arts Center beginning this Saturday, April 18, and scheduled to run two or three times each month through October! This event is "rain or shine" and the market will move indoors in case of rain.

The next Bonham Big Band Express Concert is slated for Saturday, April 18, 7:00 p.m. in the Activity Center of First Baptist Church, 710 N. Center Street, Bonham. The concert performed by a 20-piece band/vocals in a big-band format features a selection of jazz tunes and styles over the decades beginning in the 1930s.

This closure at 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. on April 16 until April 17 is to permit the permanent paving of the southbound mainlanes. Traffic will be detoured at Exit 65, southbound exit to Loy Lake Road, Sherman. Traffic will follow the posted detour and re-enter southbound US 75 at Travis Street.

The Johnson County District Attorney’s Office can confirm that Ashley Ketcherside was placed under arrest on charges of Use of Proceeds Derived from Racketeering; Bond $200,000.

Eraldo Orozco-Fernandez, 34, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine and was sentenced to 180 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Amos L. Mazzant III on April 14, 2026.

A Mexican national illegally living in the United States has been sentenced to 27 years in federal prison as part of the Homeland Security Task Force for trafficking methamphetamine in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

The 9th Annual St. Andrew Cars for Community Car Show, themed “Cars and Coffee,” returns on Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.at St. Andrew Methodist Church, 5801 W. Plano Parkway in Plano. Hosted by the St. Andrew Methodist Men, the event offers free admission and free entry for all cars and motorcycles. All proceeds from donations and sponsorships will benefit The Storehouse Community Center, a nonprofit serving neighbors in Collin, Dallas, and Denton counties with food, clothing, resources, and job training.

Bonham city council agenda included many topics related to growth of the city, including improvements to water infrastructure, approval of a new arcade to fill a vacant spot on the square and a new development plan for Legacy Ridge golf course.

The McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) is celebrating 30 years of supporting projects that enhance the quality of life for residents across the community.

The 2026 Texoma Earth Day Festival is just over two weeks away, with a full lineup of educational workshops, live entertainment, recycling stations and family-friendly activities planned for April 18 at the Sherman Municipal Building, 405 N. Rusk St. The event runs 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Texoma Medical Center-Bonham and Carter BloodCare are teaming up to save local lives with a Blood Drive set for April 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

The Denison Development Alliance will meet in a regular session beginning on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Denison Development Alliance, 115 North Rusk Ave., Denison, Texas 75020.

5:30 p.m. Monday, April 13, 2026 at Bonham City Hall

This closure is to permit material stockpiling and permanent paving of the northbound frontage road. The closure will be between Taylor Street and Masters Street. Follow the posted detour and re-enter the northbound frontage road at US 82.

In partnership with community and business leaders, an inaugural McKinney Affordable Housing Summit will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the MISD Community Event Center (4201 S. Hardin Blvd., McKinney, TX 75070). The summit will bring together employers, developers, policymakers, and housing advocates to explore innovative solutions to workforce housing challenges and build strategic partnerships that support McKinney’s continued growth.

“Arts in Bloom is a free, family-friendly festival that invites everyone to experience the creativity and charm of Downtown McKinney. It’s a chance to enjoy art, music, and local businesses while making meaningful memories with family and friends. We love seeing the community come together to celebrate what makes our downtown so special,” said Andrew Jones, Cultural District Director. photos by Allen Rich

McKinney also recognized for fleet innovation and regional EV infrastructure leadership

The monthly meeting of the TMC Bonham Hospital Auxiliary group was held on Monday afternoon in the TMC Cafeteria with guest speakers Stephanie Chandler (left) and Trudi Fortune from Community Well TX in Bonham.

Brandon Elliott Bennett, 22, pleaded guilty to conspiracy of theft from a federal firearm licensee and theft from a federal firearm licensee and was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Amos L. Mazzant on April 7, 2026.

8:50 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

The Johnson and Somervell Counties District Attorney’s Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety are currently conducting a joint investigation of ongoing criminal activity involving Michael and Ashley Ketcherside and former members of the Godley Police Department.

The closure is scheduled to start at 8:00 a.m. on April 8, 2026. The ramp is anticipated to be re-opened before 5:00 p.m. April 9, 2026.

The United States Marshals Service - North Texas Fugitive Task Force (NTFTF) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Diego Rodriguez, a fugitive wanted for a homicide that occurred on March 27, 2026, in Kaufman, Texas.

Frontier Village and Museum in Denison held the first of its Living History Days series on Saturday, April 4, 2026, giving visitors a chance to reflect on the life of settlers by touring some of the oldest homes and cabins in Grayson County while watching hands-on demonstrations by re-enactors like the village blacksmith firing up his forge and "Cousin Peggy" as she knits a scarf.

Come walk on the wild side with Jack Chiles! Saturday April 11, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Master Naturalist Jack Chiles will lead this Early Bird Walk, weather
permitting. (photo by Allen Rich)

Creative Arts Center in Bonham is always a busy place and that was certainly the case Saturday, April 4 as vendors and shoppers filled the lobby for this year's first Bonham Farmers Market. Due to the weather, the event was held indoors.

Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades, and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.

Senator Bryan Hughes is a Republican member of the Texas State Senate representing District 1.

The Bonham Economic Development Corporation (BEDCO) announced today a major step in its downtown revitalization efforts as the Bonham Visitor Center prepares for transformation. The current visitor center will officially close on Friday, April 3, as the building enters its next phase supporting ongoing downtown revitalization. “This project represents an important investment in the future of downtown Bonham,” said BEDCO Executive Director William Myers. photo courtesy of BEDCO

Come see history come alive right here in Grayson County with engaging re-enactors and hands-on demonstrations! April 4, May 2, and June 6.

Ivanhoe, Texas resident Sarah Richardson led a discussion regarding the need for the county's assistance in order for the Lake Fannin Volunteers to meet all the stipulations of the lease from the Forest Service. Fannin County resident Jarrett Tucker said it is unfortunate that a historical campsite and scenic 2,000 acres overlooking the Red River are going to waste. Fannin County resident David Keene stressed the need for representatives of the Army Corps of Engineers, Forest Service, North Texas Municipal Water District and Fannin County to sit down together and make sure everyone is on the same page. Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham suggested that the initial steps would be to revitalize the Lake Fannin Board of Directors and examine the bylaws.

First United Bank is pleased to announce that Justin Sanderson has been appointed Chief Transformation Officer, where he will lead the bank’s enterprise-wide transformation initiatives focused on growth, innovation, and customer experience.

Brandon Lynn Hunter, 41, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to manufacture and distribute methamphetamine and was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Amos L. Mazzant, III on March 31, 2026.

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) today approved by resolution financial assistance in the amount of $3,168,285 to the City of Whitewright (Grayson and Fannin counties), consisting of $965,000 in financing and $2,203,285 in principal forgiveness from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF).

Austin College has named President Emeritus of the National Constitution Center Jeffrey Rosen as the 2026 Posey Leader-in-Residence. Rosen is a professor of law at The George Washington University Law School, a contributing editor at The Atlantic, and the CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center, where he hosts We the People, a weekly podcast of constitutional debate. Rosen, a graduate of Harvard University, University of Oxford, and Yale Law School, is the author of nine books.

Motor Vehicle Crashes continue to be the leading cause of death for children 3 and up. Child safety seats, including boosters, are proven to be effective in preventing injuries and deaths, but 43% of children killed in crashes are found to be unrestrained. Studies show that booster seats can reduce the risk of injury by nearly 60% in children ages 4-7!

Rosewood Property Company has received zoning approval from the Plano City Council for its 156-acre mixed-use development, Heritage Creekside, located near the intersection of U.S. 75 (Central Expressway) and President George Bush Turnpike. (Heritage Creekside Zoning Changes Site Plan; Credit: Rosewood Property Company)

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced the closure of the US 75 northbound frontage road between Loy Lake Road in Sherman and FM 691. The closure is scheduled to start at 7:00 a.m. on March 30, 2026. The complete limits of the closed off frontage road is anticipated to be reopened in spring of 2027.